Jets 6th Round Selection: Matt Slauson, OG, Nebraska

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  1. PinPointPenning10

    PinPointPenning10 Well-Known Member

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    I liked Canville better, but Slauson could replace Faneca one day. Discuss!
     
  2. J-Kay

    J-Kay New Member

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    We had much bigger needs on the DL (Francois, McDonald, Baker), TE, WR, etc.


    Not happy with this.
     
  3. tpmcg75

    tpmcg75 New Member

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    6'5" 340lbs
     
  4. sunnygs97

    sunnygs97 New Member

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    guys its the sixth round... chill out.
     
  5. BakerMaker

    BakerMaker Well-Known Member

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    Hes a Bill Callahan guy, Bill probably told the FO to grab the dude and let him work with him.

    Maybe he works out....
     
  6. KY_Jetsfan

    KY_Jetsfan New Member

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    Anytime we draft some OLine depth it is a success.
     
  7. Mickey Shuler 82

    Mickey Shuler 82 New Member

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    I assume Bill Callahan knows this guy pretty well from Nebraska. He probably vouched for the kid.
     
  8. tanknyc

    tanknyc Active Member

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    yeah but if we are all in and spending up picks lets get that big WR or that Blocking TE that we need or a big body to fill in for Jenkins...
     
  9. J-Kay

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    Still, there are guys out there who could play for us immediately.
     
  10. TheGatoradeBoy

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    BIll Callahan coached him at NEBRASKA. Bill is the best OL coach in the NFL. I trust that he knows whether or not Slauson can play in this league. I like this pick.
     
  11. tanknyc

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    6th round and last dam pick haha
     
  12. rockyusmc2003

    rockyusmc2003 Well-Known Member

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    This is a decent pickup, and a guy Callahan knows.

    Don't worry too much, it's the 6th round. Besides, we will probably sign a shit ton of FA's, which is basically the same as a 6-7th rounder.
     
  13. PinPointPenning10

    PinPointPenning10 Well-Known Member

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    [​IMG]

    He's one big dude.
     
  14. Prince of Thieves

    Prince of Thieves New Member

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    Is nobody willing to give Marcus Henry a shot at all considering you're all clamoring for the next fucking Al Toon in the 6th round
     
  15. vilmatic

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    Amen - I ain't rushing out to get my Slauson jersey or nuttin, but nice.
     
  16. James Hasty

    James Hasty Well-Known Member

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    Wow, with that kind of size maybe we found our backup for Kris Jenkins.
     
  17. AnyGivenSunday

    AnyGivenSunday Active Member

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    And who exactly do you propose that be? I mean when you get to this point in the draft, it's all about picking BPA, and apparently they think this guy was that.
     
  18. McBayne

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    I LIKE, looks like a monster,
     
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    4jetfans Well-Known Member

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    DAMN he is a BIG BIG dude, looks mean as hell to dosnt he.
     
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    Overview

    The 'Huskers relied on Slauson to step in where needed throughout his four-year career. A second-team All-Big 12 pick at right guard as a senior, he started at both tackle spots and right guard in 2007, at right tackle for all but two games in 2007 (leg injury) and in three games as a true freshman. Slauson's versatility, size and strength are exactly what NFL teams (especially those using zone-blocking schemes) look for in a late-round offensive line prospect. Had an arm span of 33 1/8 inches and a hand span of 10 1/2 inches at the combine.

    High School

    Played one season at Air Force Prep School in Colorado Springs, lining up at offensive tackle. Slauson spent the 2003 season at Air Academy High in Colorado Springs after moving from Oregon before his senior season. Slauson began his high school career at Sweet Home High in Oregon, where he starred on the offensive line for Coach Rob Younger. Overall, Slauson lettered three times in football, twice in basketball and four times in track during his prep career.

    Analysis

    Positives: Good height with strong upper- and lower-body builds. Strong anchor; typically does not get pushed into quarterback. Gets his hands inside his man's jersey quickly and resets his hands to sustain. Picks up twists from the inside. Fires out of his stance on zone run and short-yardage plays. Will hustle to help quarterback when the play breaks down. Adequate moving in space; can reach linebackers and even safeties at the third level. Strong enough to block down on the tackle but use his right arm to prevent linebackers from blitzing between guard-tackle gap.

    Negatives: Agility might be tested against NFL defensive tackles. Recovery speed is lacking against quick spin moves. Must use a stronger initial punch in pass protection. Plays with high pads at times; must bend his knees to prevent losing the leverage battle. Will overextend when one-on-one against a strong tackle. Does not always pick up his first inside target when on the move.
     

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